Our options for getting to Disney World are going to look a little different next year.
Disney’s Magical Express Sign
We just reported that Disney’s Magical Express will be discontinued in 2022, but that doesn’t mean that a similar option won’t be available. Mears, the company that operates Magical Express, has released a statement on the announcement.
Mears spokesperson Roger Chapin told Spectrum News, “Walt Disney made us aware of their decision. While we are disappointed Disney will no longer offer this service, we intend to continue offering transportation services between the airport and all area theme parks and hotels to meet the demand of our visitors now and in the future.”
Disney’s Magical Express
So, it seems that even if we CAN’T ride on the Magical Express come next year, other Mears services will be an option. In addition, the Brightline train that is set to connect Disney Springs and Orlando International Airport has a set completion date of 2022.
Disney World
Update! According to theme park journalist Carlye Wisel, the changes in Mears service are due to declined usage of the Magical Express and other travel changes, making it unviable in the current environment.
UPDATE: the change to Mears’ shared ride shuttle product is due to declined usage from guests using Disney’s Magical Express and rideshare and travel changes amid the pandemic. It is not currently a viable product due to social distancing and drastic reduction in Orlando visits.
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(@carlyewisel) January 11, 2021
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